Accountant – Real Estate Focus (Contractor)

About the role

Howard Financial is seeking a detail‑oriented accountant with real‑estate experience to join its growing back‑office team. You will work as an independent contractor, providing high‑quality accounting, reporting, and financial analysis for multiple clients.

Key responsibilities

• Manage full‑cycle accounting for several real‑estate clients, including accounts payable/receivable, bank and credit‑card reconciliations, and month‑end close.
• Prepare, review, and analyze monthly financial statements, management reports, budgets, and cash‑flow forecasts.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and relevant regulations, addressing discrepancies proactively.
• Perform job costing, project accounting, and budget‑to‑actual analysis as needed.
• Support tax compliance by preparing documentation, coordinating with external tax advisors, and assisting with audit requests.
• Build strong relationships with client stakeholders and internal teams, offering insights to improve financial operations.
• Identify and implement improvements to accounting processes and internal controls.

Required profile

• Minimum 3 years of accounting experience, with a focus on the real‑estate industry.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and regulatory requirements.
• Fluent English (B2+), comfortable communicating with high‑profile clients.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, growth‑oriented environment.
• Availability 9 AM–5 PM EST, Monday to Friday.

Required skills

• SAGE
• QuickBooks
• Microsoft Excel

What we offer

• Independent contractor arrangement with flexible, scheduled hours.
• Opportunity to work with a rapidly expanding firm serving diverse industries.